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Old Feb 19, 2012 | 09:51 PM
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Hey guys.. quick question... how can i tell if my hid bulb went out or if its the igniter... .and were should i buy the replacements?? thanks ...
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Old Feb 19, 2012 | 10:34 PM
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If it went out suddenly, I'd think it's something other than the bulb. Bulbs usually turn different colors before going out. Maybe try the other working bulb?
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 03:33 PM
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definately try swapping out the bulb fromt eh other side, before buying anything, best to take 30 minutes to test than to buy something thats not needed. Even with the HID bulbs, it is possible for them to burn out without notice.
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 07:55 PM
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Originally Posted by jokerman826
definately try swapping out the bulb fromt eh other side, before buying anything, best to take 30 minutes to test than to buy something thats not needed. Even with the HID bulbs, it is possible for them to burn out without notice.
Cool thats what I was thinking just waiting on my next day off.. i just hope the cops dont give me any issues ...
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 10:17 PM
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I had the same issue, turned out to be my stock driver side ballast that died which is located directly under the headlights, only way to access it is to completely remove the front bumper and headlight.... As far as replacement, only the dealer has the stock D2 Ballast, but you can buy the aftermarket version, we sell them at the shop. They come with D2 Adapters and 55 Watts ballast so you get all the vision you need at nights. I actually built a frankenstein kit in my TL when it happened. I'm no longer running D2 Bulbs, I'm running 9006 bulb in their place on 55 Watt Ballast just because I wanted my headlights and fog lights to match in color
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Old Feb 22, 2012 | 01:58 PM
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I had the same issue and it ended up being my ballast went bad. Ordered it from the dealer but I did have to remove the bumper so it took some time but not a big deal.
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